Please, DON’T Do This After You Sh💥💥t!!!!

Published on May 11, 2022
Duration: 2:08

This video, from Instructor Mike, strongly advises civilians against the law enforcement practice of 'following down' on a downed threat after a shooting. It emphasizes that civilians lack the legal obligation and face different risks compared to officers who must secure a scene for investigation and Fourth Amendment compliance. The core message is to disengage and exit the scene safely after neutralizing a threat, rather than approaching a potentially feigning assailant.

Quick Summary

Civilians should never 'follow down' on a downed threat after a shooting. Unlike law enforcement, who must secure a scene for Fourth Amendment compliance, civilians have no legal obligation to approach an incapacitated assailant. This tactic is dangerous as the threat may be feigning, and civilians should prioritize safe disengagement and contacting authorities.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Tactical Carl's Actions
  2. 00:14Demonstration of 'Following Down'
  3. 00:45Why Civilians Shouldn't 'Follow Down'
  4. 00:55The Danger of a Feigning Threat
  5. 01:05Clint Smith's Advice on Self-Incrimination
  6. 01:09Law Enforcement vs. Civilian Context
  7. 01:27Fourth Amendment Implications
  8. 01:43Military 'Neutralize' vs. Civilian Obligation
  9. 01:54Post-Shooting Civilian Protocol
  10. 02:02Importance of Source Credibility

Frequently Asked Questions

Why should civilians avoid 'following down' on a downed threat after a shooting?

Civilians should avoid 'following down' because they lack the legal obligation that law enforcement officers have to secure a scene and take a subject into custody. Approaching a downed threat can be dangerous, as the individual may be feigning incapacitation, and civilians do not have the same legal protections or investigative duties as officers.

What is the difference between law enforcement and civilian post-shooting procedures?

Law enforcement must 'follow down' to seize a body for investigation and comply with the Fourth Amendment. Civilians, however, have no such obligation. Their priority after neutralizing a threat is to disengage, exit the area safely, and contact authorities, avoiding unnecessary risks.

What are the risks associated with a downed assailant 'playing possum'?

A downed assailant playing possum poses a significant risk to civilians who approach them. The individual may be waiting for the civilian to lower their guard or get within range to launch a counter-attack, turning a resolved threat into a renewed, immediate danger.

What legal considerations are relevant to post-shooting procedures?

The Fourth Amendment is a key legal consideration for law enforcement, requiring them to justify the use of force and the subsequent seizure of a person. Civilians do not operate under these specific constitutional mandates in the same way, making their post-shooting actions focused on safety and disengagement.

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